Lisbon, April 8 -- Marking the beginning of her first State Visit to Portugal, the President Droupadi Murmu delivered an address at the Lisbon City Council, expressing her delight at arriving in the Portuguese capital.

"I am truly delighted to be in the beautiful city of Lisbon, nestled among seven hills and embraced by the Tagus River," she said, calling it a special moment in her journey.

Extending her gratitude to the city for the warm reception, she stated, "I extend my heartfelt thanks to His Excellency the Mayor of Lisbon and to the people of the city for welcoming me as one of your own--by making me a Lisboeta--and for honouring me so graciously." Her remarks underscored the cultural warmth and hospitality extended by Lisbon's le...